Drone Pilot

SkyViews Aerial Drone Studio · Bengaluru · Contract · Hybrid

Job description

Drone Pilot – Part-Time | ₹2.40 Lakh Contract | 4 Weekend Shoots/Month SkyViews Aerial Drone Studio | Bengaluru & Nearby AreasEarn ₹2.40 Lakh Over 15 Months – Just 4 Weekend Shoots Per Month!Own a DJI drone and hold a valid DGCA Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC)? Turn your drone-flying skills into a stable additional income without leaving your current job, studies or freelance work. SkyViews Aerial Drone Studio is hiring DGCA-certified Drone Pilots with their own drones and complete flying equipment for professional aerial photography and cinematography assignments across Bengaluru and surrounding areas.This is a long-term, part-time, field-based opportunity—not a daily office job. Compensation & Work Commitment<ul><li>Fixed Payout: ₹16,000 in hand per month, inclusive of travel.</li><li>15-Month Contract Value: ₹2,40,000 in total fixed compensation, subject to completing assigned shoots.</li><li>Only 4 Shoots Per Month: Approximately one shoot per weekend.</li><li>Time Per Shoot: Approximately 5 hours, including travel and shooting.</li><li>Monthly Commitment: Approximately 20 hours.</li><li>Effective Earning Rate: Around ₹800 per committed hour, before travel expenses, based on estimated working hours.</li><li>Schedule: Primarily Saturdays or Sundays, coordinated in advance.</li><li>Locations: Bengaluru and nearby areas, generally within approximately 2 hours' travel.</li><li>Additional Shoots: Paid separately, with potential payouts around ₹5,000 per additional shoot depending on project requirements.</li></ul>No daily reporting or regular office attendance. You can continue your full-time job, education or other freelance projects. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Capture professional 4K aerial video and high-resolution photographs.</li><li>Perform smooth cinematic movements, including orbits, reveals, tracking, top-down and establishing shots.</li><li>Conduct pre-flight checks covering drone condition, batteries, weather, airspace and site safety.</li><li>Follow applicable DGCA regulations, Digital Sky requirements and safe Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) practices.</li><li>Maintain consistent camera angles and viewpoints for recurring construction-progress documentation.</li><li>Review captured footage before leaving the site to ensure all required shots are completed.</li><li>Organise, name and upload original project files promptly.</li><li>Coordinate professionally with clients, construction site representatives and the SkyViews Studio team.</li><li>Maintain drone equipment and ensure operational readiness for scheduled assignments. </li></ul>Mandatory Requirements1. Own Drone – CompulsoryApplicants must personally own a fully operational drone suitable for professional aerial photography and videography. Borrowed, rented or occasionally accessible drones are not acceptable for this long-term commitment.Accepted Drone Models:<ul><li>DJI Mini 3 / Mini 3 Pro</li><li>DJI Mini 4 Pro / Mini 5 Pro</li><li>DJI Air 2S / Air 3 / Air 3S</li><li>DJI Mavic 3 Series / Mavic 4 Pro</li><li>Equivalent professional drones capable of producing high-quality 4K footage, subject to approval.</li></ul>Minimum video recording capability: 4K at 30 FPS. 2. Batteries & Complete Flying Equipment – CompulsoryApplicants must have:<ul><li>Minimum 3 healthy, fully functional flight batteries.</li><li>DJI Fly More Combo or equivalent battery setup preferred, with three or more total flight batteries mandatory.</li><li>Compatible remote controller.</li><li>Functional battery charger or charging hub.</li><li>Suitable memory cards with adequate storage.</li><li>Required cables, propellers and essential accessories.</li><li>Reliable equipment capable of completing the assigned shoot without unnecessary interruptions. </li></ul>3. Valid DGCA Remote Pilot Certificate – Compulsory<ul><li>Must hold a valid DGCA-issued Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC).</li><li>Must understand applicable airspace, flight safety and drone operating regulations.</li><li>Aircraft documentation must comply with applicable legal requirements. </li></ul>4. Own Vehicle – Compulsory<ul><li>Must own or have regular, reliable use of a bike, scooter or car.</li><li>Must be able to travel independently to assigned locations.</li><li>Two-wheelers are preferred for better fuel efficiency.</li><li>Valid driving licence for the vehicle used. </li></ul>5. Technical Skills<ul><li>Confident manual flying and smooth cinematic drone control.</li><li>Understanding of ISO, shutter speed, exposure, white balance, frame rates and gimbal movements.</li><li>Strong aerial photography, framing and composition skills.</li><li>Ability to capture professional 4K footage consistently.</li><li>Basic knowledge of construction-progress, real estate or commercial aerial documentation. </li></ul>6. Availability & Commitment<ul><li>Available for 4 scheduled weekend shoots every month.</li><li>Willing to commit to a 15-month contractual engagement.</li><li>Reliable, punctual and able to communicate unavailability well in advance.</li><li>Able to independently manage assigned fieldwork.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Previous experience in construction, real estate, infrastructure, industrial or commercial drone shoots.</li><li>Aerial photography portfolio and cinematic drone showreel.</li><li>More than 3 flight batteries for extended operating flexibility.</li><li>Prior experience handling commercial client assignments. </li></ul>Why Join SkyViews Studio?Stable Long-Term Earnings: Receive ₹16,000 monthly for completing your four assigned shoots, representing ₹2.40 lakh over 15 months.Only 4 Weekend Assignments: Approximately 20 hours of monthly commitment, including travel. Keep the rest of your time for your main career, education or personal projects.Earn Beyond Your Fixed Payout: Take up additional commercial shoots across Bengaluru for separate compensation.Work With Your Own Equipment: Put your drone and flying skills to productive use without needing to purchase an entirely new professional setup if you already meet the requirements.Real Commercial Experience: Work on professional aerial projects across real estate, construction progress, infrastructure, hospitality, industrial facilities and commercial visual production.Flexible, Independent Work: No daily office attendance or regular weekday reporting. Assignments are coordinated beforehand.Long-Term Career Opportunities: Strong performers may be considered for additional projects, contract extensions or Senior/Lead Drone Pilot opportunities. Scheduling & Contract TermsThe regular commitment is four shoots per month, generally scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays.Each assignment is expected to take approximately five hours, including travel and shooting.The ₹16,000 monthly payout includes travel expenses and is payable upon successful completion of the four assigned shoots, as per the agreed contract.If you cannot attend a proposed shoot, you must inform SkyViews Studio sufficiently in advance so another pilot can be arranged.Additional qualifying assignments beyond the regular four will be compensated separately. Selection ProcessApplication Screening → DGCA RPC Verification → Drone Ownership & Equipment Verification → Portfolio Review → Interview → Practical Flight Test (if required) How to ApplyShare the following:<ul><li>Updated resume and current location in Bengaluru.</li><li>Valid DGCA Remote Pilot Certificate.</li><li>Exact drone model and confirmation of ownership.</li><li>Number of available flight batteries and Fly More Combo/equivalent equipment details.</li><li>Available controller, charging equipment and other accessories.</li><li>Own vehicle details (bike/scooter/car).</li><li>Aerial photography portfolio and drone showreel.</li><li>Weekend availability and confirmation of interest in the 15-month contract. </li></ul>Regards, SkyViews Aerial Drone StudioWebsite: https://skyviews.studioEmail: skyviewsdronestudio@gmail.com

Required skills

aerial cinematography
airspace authorization
battery safety
calibration
client reporting
client coordination
compass calibration
drone rules 2021 compliance
dronekit
dronedeploy
field operations
firmware updates
flight planning
flight readiness
night operations
pre-flight checks

Required certifications

dgca rpc